Location: Stupizza/Štupca, 33046 Pulfero/Podbonesec (UD)
One cannot speak of the Blumarji without mentioning Montefosca/Čarni Varh, nor can one speak of Montefosca/Čarni Varh without thinking of the Blumarji. In this inseparable bond takes shape one of the last traces of an archaic ritual – a Carnival that unfolds through gestures, sounds, movements, colors, meanings, and emotions, all in constant transformation.
The Blumarji, young people dressed in white with large tree-shaped headdresses made of colored paper and bells tied around their waists, revived the beauty of the season with their run. Above all, they represented a rite of initiation and the passing of a symbolic torch between generations: a torch solid and secure, yet colored by celebration.
Awakening the earth after its long winter sleep: this is Carnival in its archaic roots. And this is what happens every year in Montefosca/Čarni Varh, when the Blumarji run through its two hamlets.
Today, the run involves everyone: children, teenagers, and adults. Depopulation has united the community, and the ritual has become intergenerational, giving new forms to a tradition that continues to move and inspire.
Program:
- At 09.00 AM: Meeting and registration at the parking lot in the hamlet of Stupizza/Štupca.
- At 11.30 AM: Arrival in Montefosca/Čarni Varh (702 m a.s.l.).
- At 11.45 AM: Visit the villages of Montefosca/Čarni Varh and Paceida/Pačejda. Visit the Blumarji Museum and the village's dairy (limited-edition local cheese available).
- At 1.00 PM: Refreshments organized by the Blumarji Association.
- At 1.30 PM: Dressing of the Blumarji and transfer to Paceida/Pačejda to watch the run.
- At 3.00 PM: Return to Stupizza/Štupca by trail (arrival around 16:30).
Additional: A small 8-seat shuttle from San Pietro to Stupizza is available. Reservations possible.
- Guide: Antonio De Toni - environmental hiking guide (ASSOGUIDE) and local history expert
- Length: about10 km
- Elevation gain: 500 m
- Equipment: trekking clothing, water as needed, dogs are welcome
- Menu – two options available:
- Meat menu: goulash + slice of strudel + glass of wine/water + coffee
- Veggetarian menu: štakanje and cheese + slice of strudel + glass of wine/water + coffee
Please indicate your menu choice in the notes upon registration.
Cost: 25 € per person (includes guide and refreshments)
For more information and registrations:
Pro Loco Nediške Doline - Valli del Natisone APS
+39 339 8403196 ; +39 349 3241168
